Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing ignition/starter switch

Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual / Electrical system / Lights, lamps, switches outside / Steering column switch module / Removing and installing ignition/starter switch

Removing

–	Remove lower steering column trim → General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.68.

–	Disconnect electrical connector -1-.

–	Insert jeweller screwdrivers into recesses -arrows- in steering lock housing -4- to release retaining clips -2 and 3-.

Removing and installing ignition/starter switch

If this procedure cannot be applied due to lack of space, make an auxiliary tool consisting of 2 wire hooks by carrying out the steps below.

–	Bend end of welding rod (1 mm in diameter) into an eye.

–	Cut welding wire to length -a-.

Dimension -a - = approx. 50 mm.

–	File end of wire hook to a point.

Dimension -b- = 5 mm.

Removing and installing ignition/starter switch

–	Pull ignition/starter switch -D--5- out of steering lock housing while ensuring that jeweller screwdriver or wire hooks remain inserted.

Installing

Install in the reverse order of removal, observing the following:

–	Insert ignition/starter switch -D- into steering lock housing until it engages audibly.

Removing and installing ignition/starter switch

Removing and installing ignition key withdrawal lock solenoid -N376-

Removing – Remove lower steering column trim → General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.68. & ...

Removing and installing steering column switch module, Kostal

Removing – Move steering wheel to rearmost and lowest position. Use the entire range of adjustment of the steering column for this ...

Other materials:

Removing and installing handle for seat height adjustment
Note The handle for seat height adjustment can be renewed with front seat installed. Removing Note Remove handle for seat height adjustment as described. Do not kno ...

Cleaning and caring for natural leather covers
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Please contact a Volkswagen dealership or other qualified workshop if you have any questions on cleaning and caring for the leather equipment in your vehicle. Care and use Natural leather is sensitive and requires reg ...

Removing and installing suspension strut
Special tools and workshop equipment required Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332- Spreader -3424- Engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- Support -T10149- Special tools and workshop equipment ...